But a kingdom that has once been destroyed can never come again into being; nor can the dead ever be brought back to life.
SUN TZUConceal your dispositions, and your condition will remain secret, which leads to victory; show your dispositions, and your condition will become patent, which leads to defeat.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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The wise warrior avoids the battle.
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Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.
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Energy may be likened to the bending of a crossbow; decision, to the releasing of a trigger.
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If quick, I survive. If not quick, I am lost. This is “death.
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It is only the enlightened ruler and the wise general who will use the highest intelligence of the army for the purposes of spying, and thereby they achieve great results.
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The spot where we intend to fight must not be made known; for then the enemy will have to prepare against a possible attack at several different points.
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Do not swallow bait offered by the enemy. Do not interfere with an army that is returning home.
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If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.
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Do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat.
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If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat.
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Even the finest sword plunged into salt water will eventually rust.
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If you fight with all your might, there is a chance of life; where as death is certain if you cling to your corner.
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In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.
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When the outlook is bright, bring it before their eyes; but tell them nothing when the situation is gloomy.
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Move not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.
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